2012 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Altea would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | LaCrosse | Altea |
Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5001 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1857 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2837 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 55 L |